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DeloitteHead of Business Development (Growth Office)
Deloitte Ghana is seeking a Head of Business Development (Growth Office) to advance the firm's commercial expansion and market impact. In this leadership role, the successful…
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Deloitte Ghana is seeking a Head of Business Development (Growth Office) to advance the firm's commercial expansion and market impact. In this leadership role, the successful candidate will provide strategic and operational support to Partners across service lines, helping to identify and qualify opportunities, coordinate strategic pursuits, and progress deals into sustainable business. The position involves conducting sector analysis in priority industries such as financial services, mining, and oil and…
Job Description
Deloitte Ghana is seeking a Head of Business Development (Growth Office) to advance the firm's commercial expansion and market impact. In this leadership role, the successful candidate will provide strategic and operational support to Partners across service lines, helping to identify and qualify opportunities, coordinate strategic pursuits, and progress deals into sustainable business. The position involves conducting sector analysis in priority industries such as financial services, mining, and oil and gas, building executive relationships with C-suite stakeholders, enhancing market visibility, and leading a team toward specific commercial targets. This opportunity suits an energetic commercial leader with an extensive background in business development, professional services, or consulting who can navigate a target-driven environment and foster cross-service collaboration. While Partners retain primary ownership of client relationships and commercial decisions, this role is vital for driving pipeline discipline, account strategy, and executive engagement platforms. Deloitte operates with a purpose to create a measurable impact, offering professional development resources and a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion.
Responsibilities
- Build expertise in priority industries including financial services, mining, and oil and gas to translate market intelligence into engagement opportunities
- Support Partners and account leaders in establishing and nurturing trusted relationships with C-suite executives, regulators, and boards
- Coordinate digital and media visibility initiatives alongside marketing teams following brand and independence protocols
- Plan and execute engagement strategies across priority and prospective accounts to deliver consistent client experiences
- Identify, qualify, and manage opportunities through pipeline governance and contribute to competitive proposals
- Lead, coach, and evaluate a team of business development professionals against agreed commercial KPIs
Requirements
- Hold a bachelor degree in economics, business, marketing, finance, management, or a related discipline
- Demonstrate at least 10 years of progressive experience in commercial strategy, sales, business development, consulting, or professional services
- Possess a proven track record of originating and converting high-value business opportunities
- Bring established relationships with senior executives, corporate leaders, and government institutions
- Show a strong understanding of the Ghanaian business environment with exposure to West African markets
Qualifications
- Possess a master degree or relevant professional qualification
- Demonstrate working knowledge of communication design and graphics
Core Skills
Benefits
- Compensation and benefits aligned with internal policies for the role
- Access to the firm's global network, wellbeing initiatives, and professional development resources
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What is the location and remote work policy for this role?
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What education and experience are required for the Head of Business Development position?
Candidates must have a bachelor degree in a relevant discipline and 10 or more years of progressive experience in business development, sales, commercial strategy, consulting, or professional services.
What is the compensation for this job?
The salary and specific compensation amounts are not stated in the job posting.
How do candidates apply for this position?
Interested candidates must submit their CV and a cover letter detailing business development achievements, revenue generated, major clients acquired, and developed markets through the designated recruitment channel.
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